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Deflection
Deflection Deflection is the change in shape or position of an object subjected to an applied force. It can occur in various materials and under different lo...
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Deflection Deflection is the change in shape or position of an object subjected to an applied force. It can occur in various materials and under different lo...
Deflection is the change in shape or position of an object subjected to an applied force. It can occur in various materials and under different loading conditions.
When an object is deflected by an applied force, its shape is altered to accommodate the applied force.
The degree of deflection depends on the magnitude and direction of the applied force and the material properties of the object.
Examples:
A ball dropped from a certain height will undergo deflection upon impact.
A beam subjected to bending forces will deflect in a characteristic manner.
A stretched rubber band will deflect when pulled.
Key points to understand deflection:
Deflection is a form of deformation.
It can occur in both elastic and plastic materials.
The shape of an object undergoing deflection can change depending on the material and the applied force.
Deflection can be used to calculate material properties such as modulus of elasticity